Adding another BT hub to act as a repeater

[PRS1]

I followed a thread for the above topic to set up a repeater.  That worked fine, but the 2nd smart hub that’s acting as a repeater is constantly flashing purple, I assume as it’s not connected to broadband?  I tried updating the settings to turn of the status light, but it’s still flashing.  Any ideas on how to stop it?

thanks

[rbz5416 · Accepted solution]

You're correct in your assumption. The only option is to cover it, eg with tape.

[PRS1]

Haha, I guess that might be the answer.  Thank you.

Currently each hub is transmitting a different wi-fi name and different password.  Can I change them to be the same and is there any benefit in doing that?

[rbz5416]

Not really. There is a school of thought that suggests separate SSIDs is preferable, as you can be certain that you're connected to the nearest one.

[PRS1]

Ok thanks for the info 👍

[licquorice]

Just make sure they are on different channels or they will interfere with each other.